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Welcome to the blog of bariatric surgeon James Parrish, MD. On this page, you will find a wealth of information for bariatric surgery patients – past, current, and prospective. We encourage you to read through the posts below to gain more information about gastric bypass, LAP-BAND® Adjustable Gastric Banding, and other types of weight loss surgery. The news and announcements below can help you to become more knowledgeable about Dr. Parrish and his practice, as well as health, nutrition, and bariatric surgery in general. For more information, please feel free to contact us today. Our friendly and helpful staff is always happy to answer any questions you may have, and can help you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Parrish.

We consider it a duty and privilege to use our blog to communicate with patients, answering commonly asked questions, discussing various weight loss options, and announcing special events and discounts. We are therefore particularly proud to share that our website and blog were named one of the Top 50 Bariatric Surgery Blogs to follow in 2018 by Feedspot.
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Have you noticed a plateau in your weight loss? Or perhaps you have even gained weight back? If your stomach has stretched following bariatric surgery, a pouch reset can help you get back on track and losing weight again. Dr. James Parrish offers this noninvasive, dietary method at our practice, and it has helped many patients complete their weight loss goals.
Following the nutritional guidelines set out by a bariatric surgeon is ...

It’s tempting to want to save money on the full cost of bariatric surgery by crossing the border for the procedure, especially when it may be possible to make a vacation out of the experience. However, patients should be wary of traveling to foreign countries for a weight loss operation.
The post-operative recovery period is essential to achieving the desired outcome and losing the most weight as safely as possible. Follow-up appointments ...

Bariatric surgery can change and even save lives. Procedures like gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery have been shown to help patients lose a substantial amount of weight, reduce the effects of obesity-related diseases, and improve well-being. Fortunately, major medical insurance agencies recognize these benefits and provide coverage for weight loss techniques as part of their health plans. Depending on your plan, your insurance may cover all or part of your operation, ...

Obesity is considered an epidemic in the United States, with over a third of adults fitting into this category. Being obese can put individuals at a much higher risk for a wide range of conditions, including life-threatening illnesses. Fortunately, weight loss surgery can offer many benefits. Not only can bariatric surgery help people lose excess body weight and lead healthier lives, it can also help reduce obesity-related health consequences.
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The Body Mass Index, or BMI, is a measurement used by physicians to help determine if someone is at a healthy weight. By inputting a patient’s height and weight into the calculator, a number is produced that suggests whether they are underweight, at a “normal” weight, overweight, or obese. The BMI is applied to both children and adults; however, it is not necessarily interpreted the same way. Our Alexandria bariatric surgeon explains:
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Considered one of the most effective, and the most commonly performed, weight loss surgeries, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass offers patients struggling with obesity a way to enhance their health and well-being. One of the first questions Dr. James Parrish hears during consultations and at weight loss seminars is, “How much does it cost?” The good news is that many medical insurance plans help cover the cost of this often life-changing operation. Still, it ...

The purpose of bariatric surgery is to lose weight and achieve greater health. As a result, one of the first questions many patients have about gastric banding is how much weight they can hope to lose after the procedure. Every patient’s experience is unique, and long-term success relies on a person’s ability to follow through on post-operative nutrition and fitness plans and attend weight loss support programs as needed. Still, most individuals ...

As the largest social media site, Facebook has approximately two billion users, which makes it an ideal platform to talk to numerous individuals at one time. To help patients become more informed about their bariatric surgery options, Dr. James Parrish recently posted his first Facebook Live video on June 6th, which was recorded at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. In the segment, called “Ask the Doc,” Dr. Parrish answers user-posted questions about ...

We want you to have the best possible experience before, during, and following your weight loss surgery. With this goal in mind, we provide our patients with the information they need to prepare for their operation and to feel as confident and comfortable as possible with each stage of the experience. If you are planning to undergo a gastric banding procedure, there are several steps you should follow to help ensure an ...

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“I would recommend this surgery to anyone considering weight loss.. My health has done nothing but improve and now no longer on some of the medications I was required to take. I am more energetic and feel better than I have in years.”“Dr. Parrish was very gentle with me and answered all the questions that I had in regards to the procedure. He was very patient with me while I made my decision. I finally made my decision to have the surgery and I have been very happy since. He is extremely knowledgeable with the procedure and the follow up care.”“Dr. Parrish and his staff is wonderful to work with. Never did I feel that I was being scrutinized or put down in any way about my weight. The different surgeries were discussed and ample information was given to me to help me make a decision.”“Dr. Parrish has always been professional, caring and very thorough with the testing and preparation for these surgeries. He truly cares for his patients and it shows. He is always making sure my diet and exercise program is being followed and keeps encouraging me and gives tips and information to ensure continuing success.”